What you learn

The programme introduces you to Python AI libraries and coding techniques, as a basis for learning how to communicate ideas and data visualisations to non-specialist audiences. It covers advanced technologies such as Machine Learning/Deep Learning and prepares you for the ethical, regulatory and social aspects of the fair use of AI.

The programme also focuses on applied AI with case studies on the use of AI in the industry including health, legal, sustainability, climate change, automobile and local government.

Your time with us will help you gain a wide range of competencies needed to progress in the field of AI with confidence and clarity. As one of our students, you’ll learn how to:

Identify, apply, and implement a range of AI tools, algorithms, and techniques for creative problem-solving

Clearly convey ideas and the application of AI to non-specialist audiences, as well as how to present the outcomes of AI solutions

Critically reflect upon and address the legal, social, ethical, cultural, and professional implications of using AI

Use knowledge of applied Machine Learning/ Deep Learning techniques, business analytics, and associated business strategies based on AI to design solutions for a range of applied fields

Utilise various research methods to study AI, and further your understanding of business models and management to contextualise your output

Critically reflect on the significance and impact of AI within the workplace

Explore the horizon of AI and its real-world applications in fields such as healthcare, marketing, and the government/public sector

Career prospects

Ultimately, your employability will be the key focus of this MSc. From training in computer programming to building your analytic experience with engaging case studies, your time on the course will help you develop an excellent portfolio evidencing your AI expertise.

The growth of AI is rapidly changing the way we live, work, and learn – however, there’s a considerable shortage of AI specialists across most of the world. Upon graduating from this course, you’ll be well-positioned to help meet this demand.

The expertise that you’ll gain through your studies will help you earn promotions into more senior-level positions, or even secure new opportunities in various areas such as healthcare, military, financial services, law and agriculture as a data analyst, AI engineer and Business Intelligence (BI) developer and many more depending on how you’d like to advance your career.